Overburdened: meaning, definitions and examples
😩
overburdened
[ oʊvərˈbɜrdənd ]
emotional load
Overburdened refers to a state where someone is overwhelmed with too much work, responsibility, or emotional stress. It conveys a sense of being unable to handle the weight of expectations, tasks, or pressures placed upon them. This feeling can lead to stress, anxiety, or burnout if not addressed properly. People may feel overburdened in their personal life, work, or while managing various commitments.
Synonyms
overloaded, overwhelmed, overwrought, stressed, swamped
Examples of usage
- She felt overburdened by her workload.
- After taking on too many projects, he became overburdened.
- Parents often feel overburdened with both work and family responsibilities.
Translations
Translations of the word "overburdened" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sobrecarregado
🇮🇳 अधिक बोझिल
🇩🇪 überlastet
🇮🇩 terlalu terbebani
🇺🇦 перевантажений
🇵🇱 przeciążony
🇯🇵 過負荷の
🇫🇷 surchargé
🇪🇸 sobrecargado
🇹🇷 aşırı yüklenmiş
🇰🇷 과중한
🇸🇦 مُثقل
🇨🇿 přeplněný
🇸🇰 preťažený
🇨🇳 过载的
🇸🇮 pretežak
🇮🇸 yfirbelastur
🇰🇿 артық жүктелген
🇬🇪 გადატვირთული
🇦🇿 yüklənmiş
🇲🇽 sobrecargado
Etymology
The term 'overburdened' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'over-', meaning excessive or more than usual, and 'burden,' which refers to a load or weight that one must carry or bear. The word 'burden' has Old English origins, stemming from the word 'byrdan,' which means to carry or to give birth. Over time, 'overburdened' became a term used to describe not only physical loads but also emotional and psychological pressures that exceed a person's capacity to handle. It has been widely used in various contexts, from workplace settings where employees feel overwhelmed by excessive tasks, to personal scenarios where individuals struggle with life’s demands. The usage of 'overburdened' reflects modern societal challenges, where the balance between work and life has become increasingly difficult to maintain.